Section 7606 of the act, Legitimacy of
Industrial Hemp Research, defines industrial hemp as distinct and authorizes institutions of higher education or State departments of agriculture in states where hemp is legal to grow hemp for research or agricultural pilot programs.
LEGITIMACY OF
INDUSTRIAL HEMP RESEARCH of the Conference Report to accompany H.R. 2642.
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Industrial Hemp Research on THOMAS (HTML).
In Washington state,
the Industrial Hemp Research Pilot (IHRP) allows industrial hemp for research purposes only; commercial has not been made legal, however research may explore commercial viability.
The UDA also certifies universities to implement
industrial hemp research.
Dozens of people gathered at Rodale Institute to celebrate our new
industrial hemp research project.
The Rodale Institute
Industrial Hemp research project is one step closer to breaking new ground in the movement to expand hemp farming legalization to farmers and communities across America.
Cuomo announced the state's first
industrial hemp research forum will be held tomorrow at Cornell University to support the development of the industry and help transform New York's agricultural economy.
At 1 p.m., New York's first
industrial hemp research forum will bring together growers, business owners, researchers, regulators and others to discuss ways of strengthening the State's position as a national leader in this emerging industry, Stocking Hall Room 148, 411 Tower Rd. Ithaca.
Empire State Development and the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets are also partnering with SUNY Morrisville to support
industrial hemp research on an anticipated 85 acres.
«By positioning the Southern Tier at the forefront of
industrial hemp research and production, our farmers will capitalize on the growth potential of this crop, create new jobs, and boost economies across the region and the state.»
Last year, the Governor convened the first - ever New York State Industrial Hemp Summit and Working Group and committed $ 10 million to support
industrial hemp research, production and processing.
«By expanding
industrial hemp research and development for both farms and businesses, New York is embracing our legacy of innovation to lead the way on this economic engine that will create jobs from the field to the factory,» Governor Cuomo said.
In the 2017 - 18 New York State Budget, the Governor encouraged increasing
industrial hemp research by lifting the cap on the number of authorized growing sites.
In just one year, New York State has more than tripled the number of growers participating in
industrial hemp research, resulting in the planting of approximately 2,000 acres of the crop.
The forum is part of the Governor's 2018 State of the State proposal to establish New York as a national leader in
industrial hemp research, production and processing.
In addition, the Governor announced up to $ 10 million in grant funding will be available through two initiatives to advance
industrial hemp research and economic development opportunities for industrial hemp businesses.
«By expanding
industrial hemp research and development for both farms and businesses, New York is embracing our legacy of innovation to lead the way on this economic engine that will create jobs from the field to the factory,» Cuomo said.
Several Actions Announced to Foster Industry Growth and Six New Research Permits Issued Under Agricultural Research Pilot Program Governor's Proposal to Lift Cap on Number of
Industrial Hemp Research Permits Passed as Part of FY 2018 State Budget Summit Supports Regional Focus on Growing Agriculture as Part of the Southern Tier Soaring Upstate Revitalization Initiative Video From Industrial Hemp Summit is Available Here
Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the state will host
an industrial hemp research forum this week at Cornell University.
State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball said, «For centuries, hemp was a mainstay of American farms and with our natural resources and proximity to the largest marketplace in the world, New York is in a unique position to lead its revival in the U.S. I thank Governor Cuomo and the State Legislature for their leadership in bringing
industrial hemp research to New York and working hard to expand the opportunities for our farmers, researchers and businesses.»
Farmers, researchers and industry leaders met with state officials to identify industry growth challenges and explore new opportunities through
industrial hemp research in New York State.
Description: Industrial hemp industry development provided for and regulated,
industrial hemp research authorized, rulemaking required, possession of industrial hemp defense provided, Marijuana and Wild Hemp definitions modified, and money appropriated.
Allows privately funded
industrial hemp research to be conducted in Hawaii under certain conditions; requires monitoring by department of public safety; requires reporting to county law enforcement; exempts argonomic data derived from research from public records disclosure; confers immunity from criminal prosecution for the research.
Allows privately funded
industrial hemp research to be conducted in Hawaii under certain conditions; requires monitoring by department of public safety; requires reporting to county law enforcement; exempts agronomic data derived from research from public records disclosure; confers immunity from criminal prosecution for the research.
Allows private funded
industrial hemp research to be conducted under certain conditions; requires monitoring by the DPS; requires reporting to the respective county law enforcement; exempts agronomic data derived from research from public records disclosure; confers immunity from criminal prosecution for the research.
Currently, GamETec is managing the Hawai`i
Industrial Hemp Research Project mandated by state legislation (ACT 305) signed into law July 7, 1999 by Hawai`i Governor Benjamin Cayetano.
These states are able to take immediate advantage of
the industrial hemp research and pilot program provision, Section 7606 of the Farm Bill: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia.
On January 27, 2014 the Farm Bill Conference Committee released the conference report on the Farm Bill, which included Section 7606 - Legitimacy of
Industrial Hemp Research an amended version of the Polis hemp amendment.
Section 7606 of the act, Legitimacy of
Industrial Hemp Research, defines industrial hemp as distinct and authorizes institutions of higher education or state departments of agriculture in states where hemp is legal to grow hemp for research or agricultural pilot programs.
President Obama Signs Farm Bill with Amendment to Allow
Industrial Hemp Research State Hemp Research Pilot Programs to become First Step in Restoring American Hemp Agriculture and Manufacturing Industries
These states will be able to take immediate advantage of
the industrial hemp research and pilot program provision, Section 7606, of the Farm Bill.
Final Report - Hawai`i
Industrial Hemp Research Project By David P. West, Ph.D. 2003, 4 pages.
Amended to become the «
Industrial Hemp Research and Production Act» on 3/26/2014.
These states are able to take immediate advantage of
the industrial hemp research and pilot program provision, Section 7606 of the Farm Bill: Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming.
Amendment to Allow
Industrial Hemp Research Included in Farm Bill Hemp Research First Step to Restoring American Hemp Agriculture and Manufacturing Industries
These states will be able to take immediate advantage of
the industrial hemp research and pilot program provision.
Section 7606 of the act, Legitimacy of
Industrial Hemp Research, defines industrial hemp as distinct from marijuana and authorizes institutions of higher education or state department's of agriculture in states that legalized hemp cultivation to regulate and conduct research and pilot programs.
These states are able to take immediate advantage of
the industrial hemp research and pilot program provision, Section 7606 of the Farm Bill: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming.
Sponsor: Rep. Massullo Summary: Industrial Hemp Programs; Authorizes specified universities in state to engage in
industrial hemp research projects; requires such universities to submit report to Governor & Legislature; directs DACS to adopt rules; provides appropriation.
HB32 (Act 305 SLH 1999): Authorizes the State to allow privately - funded
industrial hemp research in Hawaii when state and federal agencies (DEA) issue controlled substance registrations; authorizes state and federal agencies to monitor all phases of the research; requires status reports.
At this point, sixteen states have passed legislation allowing them to take immediate advantage of
the industrial hemp research and pilot program provision, Section 7606 of the 2014 US Farm Bill.
HB100: Calls for creation of
industrial hemp research program to be administered by Dept. of Agriculture in conjunction with a university; creation of the Industrial Hemp Commission to monitor the research program; directs the adoption of federal rules and regulations; establishes an «industrial hemp program fund» to offset costs.
Farm Bill With Amendment to Allow
Industrial Hemp Research Passes House in 216 to 208 Floor Vote Amendment Marks First Hemp Legislation to Pass in Congress in Over Fifty Years
Not exact matches
As a 501 (c)(6) membership - based non-profit trade group, we seek to encourage the
research and development of new products made from
industrial hemp while offering our members a network of like - minded, trusted individuals within the current
hemp industry.
Under the Virginia Board of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) and the Commissioner,
industrial hemp can be cultivated for
research and commercial purposes.
Each has worked extensively studying and
researching industrial hemp!
Industrial hemp can be cultivated for
research purposes by the Maryland Department of Agriculture and universities.
Industrial hemp growth is permitted for
research purposes in Florida;
research is carried out by Florida A&M University and the University of Florida.
Industrial hemp is allowed to be cultivated for
research purposes in Arkansas; the
research program is carried out by the University of Arkansas's Division of Agriculture and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission.